The resources in this collection are historical atlases of various Indiana counties including Hamilton, Henry, Madison and Putnam. These books not only provide maps of Hoosier areas dating from 1875 to 1901, but also provide rich historical details of the central Indiana region. Within this collection there are narrative histories, biographical information about Indiana pioneers, detailed illustrations of people and places, statistical tables, and much more. Historians and hobbyists alike should find this collection both information rich and entertaining.

This project was made possible by collaboration with The Indiana State Library, Indianapolis Public Library, and Connor Prairie.

The Indiana State Library, which serves as the meeting grounds for the statewide digital library project in
Indiana, has within its vast holdings strong collections of materials relating to both Indiana history and
culture. Its vision involves providing access to information and services for Indiana's government, libraries,
and residents. Through the Library Fund of the Indianapolis Foundation, a grant has provided IUPUI University
Library the ability to collaborate with the Indiana State Library and the Indianapolis-Marion County Public
Library to digitize a collection of historically significant materials that currently have been taken out of
circulation.

The Indianapolis Public Library is comprised of 22 individual branches that offer materials, programs, and services in support of lifelong learning, recreational, and economic interests of all Marion County citizens. Their collections include some very interesting resources representing Indiana's history, including books, local newspapers, and dense city directories. Through the Library Fund of the Indianapolis Foundation, a grant has provided IUPUI University the ability to collaborate with the Indiana State Library and the Indianapolis Public Library to digitize a collection of historically significant materials that currently have been taken out of circulation.